ESTES PARK Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) is considering options for the future use of the 42-acre Cascade Cottages property acquired in March of 2017. For many decades Kansas school-teachers L.V. and Hazel Davis operated a privately-owned lodging business that was open seasonally from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Honoring the wishes of the family … Continue reading
Each year to protect raptor nesting sites, Rocky Mountain National Park officials initiate temporary closures in the Lumpy Ridge and Sheep Mountain areas of the park. To ensure that these birds of prey can nest undisturbed, specific areas within the park are closed temporarily to public use during nesting season and monitored by wildlife managers. … Continue reading
ESTES PARK – For many visitors, winter is their favorite time to enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park. The park is less visited but still very much open and alive with activity. Weekends are much busier than weekdays. Beautiful backcountry areas can be reached on snowshoes, skis, and at lower elevations – even with hiking boots! … Continue reading
ESTES PARK – Rocky Mountain National Park implemented the final phase of its Commercial Services Strategy for guided commercial climbing in the park. This past July, park staff released a prospectus for up to six concession contracts for Instruction and Guide Services in Technical Mountaineering. These contracts were recently awarded to: American Alpine Institute, Ltd. … Continue reading
ESTES PARK – The year-long celebration of Rocky Mountain National Park’s 100th Anniversary continues as we head into June. Join us for one of these fun events! June 5: Wild Inspirations – Art and artists throughout American history have found inspiration in wild places and played important roles in informing the public about the wonders … Continue reading
ESTES PARK – The year-long celebration of Rocky Mountain National Park’s 100th Anniversary continues as we head into May. Join us for one of these fun events! May 1: Wild Inspirations Art and artists throughout American history have found inspiration in wild places and played important roles in informing the public about the wonders … Continue reading
The year-long celebration of Rocky Mountain National Park’s 100th Anniversary continues through the holiday season. For more details on these events, including times and locations please visit Rocky’s 2014 Centennial Calendar of Events on the park’s website at http://www.nps.gov/romo Tuesday, November 18: The Big Burn: An Evening with Timothy Egan Part of the One Book, … Continue reading
ESTES PARK – A variety of wonderful programs are taking place this week highlighting Rocky Mountain National Park’s Centennial. The following programs are free and open to the public, please note the venues of each program. Thursday, October 9, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Geology Of Estes Park Rock Climbing: A Thrill More Than One … Continue reading
Rocky Mountain National Park 100th Anniversary Celebration Activities: Sept. 3, 2014-Sept. 4, 2015 Year-round Activities RMNP Centennial Ranger Programs Starting in Summer 2014, these FREE talks, walks, and evening programs with a ranger are offered throughout the year. Please consult our Park Newspaper for ranger programs being offered right now. Rocky Mountain Conservancy Centennial Seminar … Continue reading
Photo courtesy of National Park Service By Jeffrey V. Smith ESTES PARK Centennial celebrations only come around once in a lifetime, and Rocky Mountain National Park’s 100th Anniversary is shaping up to be an enormous one not to be missed. The year-long celebration begins, Sept. 3 and 4, with kick-off events featuring music, treats, and … Continue reading
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